Quick Seafood Dinner for Two
This quick seafood dinner for two is a delightful blend of fresh flavors and simple preparation, making it perfect for a romantic evening or a...
Ingredients
- 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz scallops, cleaned
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/4 cup white wine (or seafood stock)
- 2 cups spinach, washed and chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
- Cooked pasta or rice, for serving
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning them with salt and pepper, and cook for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink.
- Gently add the scallops to the skillet, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until they are golden brown and opaque.
- Pour in the white wine (or seafood stock) and stir in the lemon zest and juice, allowing the mixture to simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, which should take about 1-2 minutes, mixing everything well.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary before removing from heat.
- Serve the seafood mixture over cooked pasta or rice, garnishing with fresh parsley for a pop of color.
- Enjoy your quick seafood dinner for two while it's warm for the best flavors!